She was born on December 23, 1929 to Oswald and Nellie Suhr (Clouse) on their farm north of Scribner. Nadine was baptized on February 2, 1930 and affirmed in faith in the rite of confirmation on August 23, 1943 at St. Paul's Lutheran Church of Hooper, Ne. Here she also married her lifelong love of almost 70 years, Russel Johnson, on July 23, 1950.
Nadine attended Wayne State College where she received her certificate for teaching. She was a secretary for Clarence Otteman Insurance, worked at the admittance office at Dodge County Hospital and then became a secretary for Dr. John Allely for many years before retiring at the age of 65.
Nadine and Russel attended Ridgely church of rural Scribner, Ne. where they served faithfully. She was a Sunday School teacher, member of the ladies guild and served on several church organizations. Nadine loved gardening, and playing cards with her friends but her biggest love was quilting. She made several quilts for her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and many of her nephews and nieces. She sewed lap quilts for nursing homes and her friends, quilts for the Ronald Mc Donald home in Omaha and also for any friend or family in her community who suffered a crisis or had a need.
Nadine was a devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother and enduring friend to many. She will be greatly missed.
Survivors include:
Her husband, Russel of Fremont. Children: Doug Johnson of Omaha, Tom Johnson (friend, Shelly), Cyndi Stibor and Pam Kreikemeier (Rob) all of Fremont
Grand Children: Craig Johnson of Scribner, Melissa Volz of Denver, CO, Matt Johnson (Shannon) of Omaha, Amanda Fish (Matt) of Omaha, Luke Johnson of Scribner, Andrea Brandt of Alberta Canada, Nichole Fairhead (Andrew) of Fremont, Dawn Osborn (Matt) of Elkhorn, Jakob Johnson( Laura) of West Point, Drew Johnson of Omaha, Brooke Sajevic (Andrew) of Omaha and 14 great grandchildren
Preceding her in death were her Father, Mother and Sister, Norma Lee Helgenberger
Private funeral services will be held Friday, July 3, 2020 at St. John's Ridgley Lutheran Church in Scribner, NE. Controlled visitation following CDC Directives (masks strongly suggested) will be on Thursday, July 2, 2020 at Ludvigsen's Scribner Funeral Chapel from 6-8 p.m. Memorials are suggested to St. John's Ridgley Lutheran Church.
Online guestbook at www.hooper-scribner.com
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Condolences(11)
Susan Heard
Omaha, NE Saturday, July 4, 2020 I am sorry to hear of your loss of Nadine. Sending along my thoughts & prayers.I was lucky enough to have her in my life when I moved to Fremont & she ran my dad's office, Dr. John Allely. I remember her as being smart, very kind, but her laugh & smile is what I will always remember about her! She loved telling me about her family & all about Scribner (A town at the time, I hadn't heard of).
LaVern&Karen White
Fremont, NE Friday, July 3, 2020 Our thoughts and prayers are with youDoris Laird
Snyder, NE Thursday, July 2, 2020 I am sorry for your loss. Nadine was so helpful to me as I started quilting. She made so many beautiful quilts and was always willing to share her ideas.Jackie Johnson Cosseboom
Fremont, NE Thursday, July 2, 2020 What a wonderful person Nadine was! I know how much she loved all her kids and grandchildren and will be greatly missed by you all! You will be in my thoughts and prayers!LaRae Plessing
Fremont, NE Wednesday, July 1, 2020 Sorry for your loss. We became good friends thru Pork Producers, many good times.Janice Poppe Smeal
Fremont, NE Wednesday, July 1, 2020 My deepest sympathy to all of you and your families. Nadine had the greatest laugh. May your memories keep her close in your heart.Leon and Ardeth Blomendahl
Fremont, NE Wednesday, July 1, 2020 Sorry to hear of your loss, she was a special lady to both of us.. Nadine taught Leon in the 8th grade at District 48. Ardeth worked with her at Dr Alleley's office. She helped Ardeth get the job when she went to part time.Jeri Hilbers Janecek
Dodge, NE Wednesday, July 1, 2020 My sympathy Tom and family. I always thought your Mom was a wonderful woman. I will remember her smile and of course that laugh.Marlene Stumpe Geiger
Ames, IA Tuesday, June 30, 2020 I am sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed Nadine's special enthusiasm!Deb Bobbitt
Fremont, NE Tuesday, June 30, 2020 Sorry to hear of your loss. Take comfort in all of your memories.Debbie Wollberg
Snyder. Ne., NE Tuesday, June 30, 2020 I deeply loved your Mom as if she was my own Mom. She will always be a part of my heart..